# Steven Curtis Chapman's Show Hope reaches 10,000 children milestone

> Christian singer Steven Curtis Chapman's adoption charity Show Hope has helped over 10,000 children across 65 countries in 23 years.
- Title: Steven Curtis Chapman's Show Hope reaches 10,000 children…
- Summary: Christian singer Steven Curtis Chapman's adoption charity Show Hope has helped over 10,000 children across 65 countries in 23 years.
- Keywords: show hope, steven curtis chapman, adoption grants, 10000 children, 65 countries, christian music, grand ole opry, national adoption month, india, Indiatimes
- Source: Indiatimes — https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/us/steven-curtis-chapman-and-his-wife-started-show-hope-in-2003-hoping-to-help-100-children-find-families-23-years-later-their-adoption-grants-have-helped-more-than-10000-children-across-65-countries/articleshow/135610562.cms
- Author: TOI World Desk
- Published: 2026-11-06T15:25:00+00:00
- Read time: 2 min
- Topics: show hope, steven curtis chapman, adoption grants, 10000 children, 65 countries, christian music, grand ole opry, national adoption month, india, news
## Show Hope's milestone
Christian music star Steven Curtis Chapman and his wife started Show Hope in 2003 hoping to help 100 children find families.
## 23 years later
23 years later, their adoption grants have helped more than 10,000 children across 65 countries.
## New song release
The milestone comes alongside a new song release from Chapman titled '10,000 Reasons/Greater Things' scheduled for release on Friday, 7 November 2026.
## Opry benefit concert
The Grand Ole Opry in Nashville is hosting a special benefit concert featuring Chapman, Carrie Underwood, Bill Anderson, and Louis York.
## Ticket donation
Five dollars from every ticket sold for the Opry performances will go directly to Show Hope.
## Chapman's background
Chapman grew up listening to the Grand Ole Opry on WSM radio long before becoming an official member.
## Chapman's statement
Chapman said the Grand Ole Opry has been a very special part of his story since he was a boy listening to WSM radio.
## Adoption aid program
Show Hope founded in 2003 after going through adoption themselves provides direct financial support for adoption agency fees and legal expenses.
## Medical care grants
The organisation now offers Medical Care grants to help families with children who have complex medical needs.
## Chapman's thanks
Chapman thanked donors for helping make the milestone possible over two decades.
## National adoption month
The benefit concert marks National Adoption Month and aims to raise awareness about child welfare.
## Opry partnership
The partnership highlights Show Hope's national awareness efforts for child welfare and adoption.
## Current applications
Show Hope continues to accept and review grant applications from families in the United States and other countries.
## Adoption aid fund
Money raised through the event will go directly to Show Hope's Adoption Aid fund.
## Chapman's quote
Only God could have written a story like this, Chapman said in a statement published by JubileeCast.
## Milestone significance
The milestone represents Show Hope's commitment to removing financial barriers for children to find permanent families.
## Key takeaway

Steven Curtis Chapman's non-profit Show Hope has aided more than 10,000 children in 65 countries through adoption grants since 2003.